This special one-day event is geared toward providing real solutions to the lack of diversity in advertising creative departments. It will include speakers, testimonials from creatives of African-American backgrounds, portfolio reviews for students and professionals, and sessions with agency recruiters. Attendees will have the opportunity to tell recruiters and creative directors why they would be the right choice for a creative hire.

The overall goal of the event is to have as many participants as possible walk away with a job offer, a confirmed second interview, or a paid internship. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with mentors, make industry contacts, and develop a valuable professional network.

The BuzzBubble will be streaming live coverage of the keynote speeches by Jeff Goodby and Jimmy Smith, the live talent pitch session open to attendees, and the “How I got into Advertising” panel in which minority creatives will share their professional experiences. You can read our complete coverage schedule and watch the events streaming live right here on The BuzzBubble.